Caitlin building on career in civil
As part of Women in Construction Week, we meet some of Winslow Group’s women thriving in the civil construction industry. Today we meet Winslow Queensland’s Caitlin Herron.
Being a part of a project from the very beginning was always appealed to Caitlin Herron.
The Winslow Queensland Project Engineer, who was recently promoted from a Site Engineer role, has been with the company for three years working on residential subdivision projects.
“I had some experience working on site during my time at uni, which I always really enjoyed,” Caitlin said.
“It was also important to me that I work in a role where there is variety between each of my days, and where I am able to be challenged.”
Winslow is determined to provide career opportunities in civil construction for women, and Caitlin recommends other women consider a career in the industry.
“I have found that the Winslow team is more than willing to offer support, guidance or advice when needed – whether that be related to technical or operational matters, or personal and career development,” she said.
“Working in civil construction has exposed me to a diverse range of experiences.
“I feel as though I have had the opportunity to learn a lot within a relatively short amount of time.
“There is a strong culture of humour and comradery that I don’t think you would get in many other industries.”
She said working in a male dominated industry is a lot easier than you might think.
“It is not what I had anticipated when I first started,” Caitlin said.
“Being a woman in construction isn’t like how it is depicted in the movies. I have found that everyone I have worked with is very inclusive and makes you feel part of the team.
“I have never really noticed that I am often the only female on site – my experience has been very positive.”
Caitlin aims to become a Project Manager and said she values the positive role models who she works with.
“Kieran Hoy (Senior Project Manager) has been a good mentor to me,” she said.
“I have worked as part of Kieran’s team since I started with Winslow. He is approachable and is always positive.”
Cailin added that working alongside a wide variety of people, all with different backgrounds and unique skillsets have been highlights.